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Summary: OK only....
Review: I didn't like this book as much as I did all the Sally Lockhart books. The plot was pretty interesting. I loved Jim and I wished there were more of his points of view. I wish there was also more Sally in the book. I also would have loved to see a scene with both Sally and Dan together to see how they're getting along. One of the things I loved best about the Sally series was the wonderful relationship between her and Jim. The scene that moved me the most was when Sally showed up near the end of the book to see Jim. I really liked Becky as well. She was such a spirited and interesting character. If only her character was expanded a little more. The one character I could not like was Adelaide. I understand that she had a tough childhood and everything, but I just couldn't get used to the fact that she was queen and all that. I didn't like her attitude or her personality. I found it unbelievable that Jim would be in love with her forever, because the last time he was in real contact with her was when she was about 9 and he was about 13 or 14. Who falls in love that young and only knowing each other for a few days? But I liked the whole Razkavia thing and I loved the parts with Sally in it. So if you want to continue on with some beloved characters it's worth reading.
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Summary: My Favorite Book
Review: I don't see how anyone could hate this book. It's a little far-fetched, but you gotta expect that with Phillip Pullman. Look at the Sally Lockhart Trilogy! I liked how Sally made her appearance in this book. Of course she's changed since the trilogy, she's gotten older! Jim is still a cool character. The book was suspenseful and interesting. I fell in love with this book. The ending surprised me, thoguh. I wish that there was a sequel to this book!
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Summary: Something was missing . . .
Review: I had a hard time believing that this was the same author who had crafted my beloved Sally Lockhart and His Dark Materials trilogies. Description - too much description. And no characterization whatsoever. Becky was a weak character and I couldn't relate to her at all. And the fact that a London "fancy lady" could become the Queen of a small German/Austrian duchy was too unrealistic for me. (Yes, I know that miracles *can* happen, but this one was too far out there.) The only reason I stuck around was to see if Sally would appear again in the end, as she did.I was also very dissappionted with the ending. Adelaide wanted Sally's approval so much - in the end, couldn't Pullman have just included Sally telling her that no one could have done better than she did? That was the biggest hole, was that we never saw Sally praise Adelaide at last, which seemed really out of character for her. I suppose you should read this if you're looking for a quick (but drab) read, but my advice would be that if you don't want to spoil the spell that the Sally Lockhart trilogy cast on you, then don't.
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Summary: I haven't read this yet. . .
Review: I haven't read this book, but I can't wait till I get my copy!! I can tell you right now tho, that Phillip Pullman is the best author ever and I know this is an awesome book!
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Summary: It was great!
Review: I liked it a lot. i felt myself longing to be one of the characters in the book. If you really like Pullman a lot you should read The Golden Compass & The Subtle Knife.
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Summary: Tin Princess
Review: I loved the strong description, which built clear images in my mind of all the Characters. It is a complex plot with lots of characters and I praise it highly for having numerous characters without being boring or hard to keep up with.
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Summary: An Incredible Continuation
Review: I thought this book was very well written, and I would recommend this book to anyone who has read and enjoyed the Sally Lockhart Trilogy. It was full of suspense and intrigue, and also often funny. I can't WAIT for Philip Pullman to continue the series. His books are wonderful! The Sally Lockart books are my absolute favorite!
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Summary: This is Pullman?
Review: I'm used to the gripping suspense of Pullman, and this book was a failing attempt of a follow-up for the Lockhart trilogy. If you enjoyed the Lockhart books you will be disapointed at this. For some real Pullman, read The Golden Compass.
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Summary: A Complete and Utter Letdown -- Deserves Zero Stars
Review: It is difficult for me to believe that the author who wrote such wonderfully rich books as "The Ropemaker" and the "His Dark Materials" trilogy could write such drivel as "The Tin Princess." Pullman's artistic ability is apparent in his descriptions of political intrigues and cunning plots, but these wonderful descriptions are sadly hidden by the boring, monotonous, one-dimensional characters. Adelaide's coldness, selfishness, and almost shrewish behavior makes it impossible to believe that she could be so beloved by everyone in this novel. Becky, the one character in the book that could have had potential, is shunted to the side and allowed only to play the part of the eager sidekick whose only purpose is to serve the main character. People who are interested in Pullman's works would do better to read his fantastical novels and leave his clumsy attempts at 'reality' fiction on the shelf.
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Summary: A Complete and Utter Letdown -- Deserves Zero Stars
Review: It is difficult for me to believe that the author who wrote such wonderfully rich books as "The Ropemaker" and the "His Dark Materials" trilogy could write such drivel as "The Tin Princess." Pullman's artistic ability is apparent in his descriptions of political intrigues and cunning plots, but these wonderful descriptions are sadly hidden by the boring, monotonous, one-dimensional characters. Adelaide's coldness, selfishness, and almost shrewish behavior makes it impossible to believe that she could be so beloved by everyone in this novel. Becky, the one character in the book that could have had potential, is shunted to the side and allowed only to play the part of the eager sidekick whose only purpose is to serve the main character. People who are interested in Pullman's works would do better to read his fantastical novels and leave his clumsy attempts at 'reality' fiction on the shelf.
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